2020

Burgundy Volnay

PINOT NOIR

Cellaring

Our Burgundy Series wines are expressive with exceptional freshness, fruity aromatics, and delicious texture. We recommend cellaring this Pinot Noir between two and ten years.

To preserve the nuance of each bottle, we suggest storage in a dark environment between 55° and 60°F, with 70% humidity.

2021 Volnay Pinot Noir - Prestigious California winery – dedicated to crafting world-class Pinot Noir and Chardonnay – celebrated for its artistry, precision, and bold flavors.
Kosta Browne - Prestigious California winery – dedicated to crafting world-class Pinot Noir and Chardonnay – celebrated for its artistry, precision, and bold flavors.Kosta Browne - Prestigious California winery – dedicated to crafting world-class Pinot Noir and Chardonnay – celebrated for its artistry, precision, and bold flavors.

TECHNICAL DETAILS

FERMENTATION 33% new French oak 

ALCOHOL 13.44% 

pH 3.45 

TA 5.95 g/L

TASTING NOTES

AROMA

This Pinot Noir displays a medley of dark, concentrated fruits, savory spices, and plush, nuanced complexity.

PALATE

Well-integrated tannins and lively acidity accompany a delicate bouquet with impeccable acidity and dramatic finish.

BURGUNDY SERIES

2020 Burgundy Volnay Pinot Noir

The beginning of the 2020 Burgundy harvest marked the earliest start to picking in the last 25 years, and the warmer-than-average temperatures with a lack of precipitation reduced the yield of many crops. Thankfully, the grapes that thrived produced wines with unbelievable freshness, texture, concentration, and vibrant acidity.

Volnay, Burgundy’s renowned south-east-facing vineyards, stand tall with steep, dramatic views. Most impressive in this region is the oolitic limestone. Its pink and pale-green minerals are scattered amongst the banks of metamorphic rock. Best known for their irresistible floral aroma with fresh fruit and spice on the palate, these wines can be enjoyed both young and over time. 

Aged in 33% new French oak, this Pinot Noir displays dark, concentrated fruits with plush, nuanced complexity and well-integrated tannins. Lively acidity accompanies a delicate floral bouquet and notes of cranberry and cherry, while the finish impressively lingers.

Fact of Note: Only red wine is legally produced in Volnay.

VOLNAY, FRANCE

THE PICTURESQUE VILLAGE OF VOLNAY, situated in the Côte de Beaune, is renowned for producing some of Burgundy’s most elegant and refined Pinot Noir. Known for its silky texture and ethereal balance, Volnay is a cherished addition to Kosta Browne’s Burgundy portfolio.

Volnay’s vineyards benefit from limestone-dominant soils and an optimal climate that encourages slow, even ripening. These conditions yield wines with a delicacy and grace that are hallmarks of the appellation. The wines are often described as floral, with notes of violets and roses, and showcase an extraordinary finesse.